I have always had a passion for research and am known for my determination and persistence in my efforts to find answers. My upbringing and my education, coupled with my curious mind instilled a lifelong interest in my family history and a burning desire to help others find the magic in their family history. I was raised in a family that was passionate about their heritage. Family reunions, visiti
ng cousins, reading treasured old letters, listening to stories of ancestors whose pictures were in my home, visiting old family homes in Virginia, were all part of my upbringing. WHAT RESEARCH TOOLS DO I HAVE? Subscription databases where I can research the following:
Vital records (Marriage, Birth and Death)
Wills
Land Records and Deeds
Census Records
City Directories
Newspaper Articles
Immigration Records
Ship Manifests
Draft Records
Petition for Naturalization Records
Oath of Allegiance Records
Cemetery Records
Social Security Death Index Records
Records related to Slavery and Emancipation
Court Records
Voter Registration Records
Military Records
WHAT WILL YOU RECEIVE? A Genealogical Research Report and relevant documents. MY EDUCATION AND CAREER
Education
BA in Cultural Geography with a minor in Cultural Anthropology from Louisiana State University
MLS (Masters in Library Science) from Vanderbilt
Additional training in Genealogy Research method
IAP Genealogist Certificate
Career
Reference Librarian in large urban public library systems
Participated as Assistance Branch Manager in construction and opening of a new branch library
Participated in developing a library for a local Historical Society
Public Service positions for a 5 Star hotel and a major airline. THE FINE PRINT
Genealogical research cannot be guaranteed. At times, research will produce scant results. All information discovered will be reported, including negative findings. Research is limited to what can be found online. CLIENT QUESTIONNAIRE AND FREE CONSULTATION
I can provide a 15 minute free consultation by phone. The Client Questionnaire Form Its on my website and should be completed before the phone consultation. To set up a phone interview, please complete the "Drop Me A Line" form on my website or email "Mary@thegenerationalgenealogist.com". Contract for services to be signed will be provided upon agreement for research plan.
